Certified Pharmacy Technician- Pharmacy

Cookeville Regional Medical Center; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cookeville is seeking a Certified Pharmacy Technician to ensure the pharmaceutical care of patients. This role involves working under the supervision of pharmacists, coordinating quality improvement activities, and making critical decisions about drug orders. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Responsible for pharmaceutical care of patients across all age groups.
• Coordinates Pharmacy Quality Improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Filling drug orders under pharmacist supervision.
• Making decisions regarding proper filling of drug orders.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tennessee Pharmacy Technician license

PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification

Job description

PRN, Varied Responsibilities

Req# 5431

The Certified Pharmacy Technician is responsible, under the direct supervision of the pharmacist(s) on duty, for the pharmaceutical care of patients across all age groups, including infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. This position also involves coordinating Pharmacy Quality Improvement activities as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy or the Pharmacy Manager. The technician applies knowledge and judgment to make decisions regarding the proper filling of drug orders, subject to final approval by the pharmacist(s) on duty. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Tennessee Pharmacy Technician license required. PTCB Pharmacy Technician Certification must be obtained upon hire or within one year of employment or transfer to the department.